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Carter Williams was your typical twenty year old loser. After a fight in the street leaves him unconscious he wakes up in the body of a young dragon in an entirely new world. Armed with a system to assist him and two beautiful wives to support him, Carter vows never to live his life hiding in the dark again as he seeks the title of dragon king. - Additional tag : Yuri Discord link is : https://discord.gg/q68P5JPnNz
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How did famous novels overcome their bad first drafts?
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2024-12-09 11:25
Authors often get feedback. Take Ernest Hemingway's works. He probably got input from editors or other writers. If his first draft of 'The Old Man and the Sea' had some weak areas in the description of the sea or the old man's internal thoughts, he could have used that feedback to add more depth and realism to those aspects.
What are the common problems in bad first drafts of famous novels?
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2024-11-30 03:01
One common problem is plot incoherence. In the first draft, the events might not flow smoothly, like in some detective novels where the clues don't lead logically in the early version. Another problem is flat characters. They lack depth and complexity, just simple outlines without much motivation or backstory. For example, a character in a first draft of a historical novel might be just a name with no real personality. Also, the writing style can be clumsy, with overly long or convoluted sentences that make it hard for the reader to follow the story.
What are the common characteristics of bad first drafts and first novels?
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2024-11-21 05:07
One common characteristic is a lack of polish. In bad first drafts, the writing may be rough, with grammar and spelling errors. First novels often also show signs of inexperience in plot construction. For example, the plot might be overly simplistic or too convoluted. Another aspect is inconsistent character development. Characters may seem one - dimensional or their actions may not be fully justified. Also, the pacing can be off, either too rushed or too slow, in both bad first drafts and first novels.
What are some examples of bad first drafts of famous novels?
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2024-10-29 04:17
For 'Pride and Prejudice', Austen's first drafts probably had some rough edges. Maybe the dialogue wasn't as sharp or the relationships between the characters not as nuanced. The first draft might have had a less clear portrayal of the social hierarchies that are so central to the story.
How can one improve bad first drafts of first novels?
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2024-11-21 06:17
First, take a break from it. When you come back, you can read it with fresh eyes. Then, focus on the structure. Make sure the plot has a clear beginning, middle, and end. Also, work on character development. Give your characters more depth and motivation. Another tip is to get feedback from others, like beta readers or writing groups.
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